Ventura Álvarez Sala

He began his studies at the local drawing school and as an apprentice in the workshops of Dionisio Canal, a decorative painter.

While there, he submitted works for entry in exhibitions back home in Spain, but none received recognition.

Upon returning to Gijón, he established a studio in Somió and began participating directly in the National Exhibition again.

[1] In addition to his prize-winning works, he is known for portraits that show the influence of Diego Velázquez, and some landscapes.

His works may be seen at the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias and the Museo Jovellanos [es] in Gijón.